2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 818 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Materia | 818 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |